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magnanimous

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/mæɡˈnænɪməs/
Forms:more magnanimous,most magnanimous
1

demonstrating a broad-minded and selfless approach, often showing a willingness to help or support others without expecting anything in return

  • The teacher was magnanimous with students who struggled in class.
  • It was magnanimous of the winners to invite the losing team to join in the post-game celebrations.
  • His grand gesture of paying for everyone's dinner was truly a magnanimous act of generosity.
  • Leaders who are magnanimous inspire loyalty and trust.
  • Even after the betrayal, he remained magnanimous and offered help.
Synonyms:
bigcharitablefreegenerousunsparingopenhandedlargehandsomeliberalgivingfreehandedbountiful
2

showing noble character and generosity of spirit, often linked to moral greatness and dignity

  • The king's magnanimous offer of peace ended the war.
  • She acted with magnanimous dignity, refusing to speak ill of her rivals.
  • His magnanimous spirit was evident in his lifelong service to the poor.
  • The athlete showed a magnanimous attitude by praising all the competitors.
  • A truly magnanimous person gives without expecting anything in return.
Synonyms:
greathearted